Westpac forecasts lower housing credit demand after tax breaks end
Westpac projected investor housing credit demand to fall from 9.1% this year to 4.5% in 2027, citing higher interest rates and federal policy changes. The bank reported cash earnings of A$1.8 billion for the June quarter, down from A$1.9 billion, with a CET1 ratio of 12.1% and said households remain under pressure despite some resilience.